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Patriots QB Drake Maye Faces Shoulder Injury Questions Ahead of Super Bowl
Maye says he'll be "ready to go" despite concerns over his throwing shoulder
Jan. 27, 2026 at 3:55pm
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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is facing questions about the health of his right throwing shoulder ahead of the Super Bowl. Maye struggled with his passing in the AFC Championship game, leading to speculation about a potential injury. While Maye downplayed the issue, saying it's just the "buildup of throwing" over the long season, he acknowledged it's too early to say if he'll be limited in practices leading up to the big game.
Why it matters
Maye's health is crucial for the Patriots' chances in the Super Bowl. As the team's starting QB, any limitations due to a shoulder injury could significantly impact their offensive gameplan and ability to compete against the Seattle Seahawks.
The details
Maye showed no obvious signs of injury during the AFC Championship game win over the Denver Broncos, but he struggled mightily in the passing game, completing just 10 of 21 attempts for 86 yards. After the game, Maye suggested there was some lingering soreness in his throwing shoulder, though he said it wasn't from the game itself but rather the "buildup of throwing" over the long season. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel downplayed any injury concerns, saying the team will provide updates on player status as required closer to the Super Bowl.
- The Patriots don't have to release an injury report until next week.
- The Patriots are scheduled to hold their first pre-Super Bowl practice on Thursday.
The players
Drake Maye
The 23-year-old starting quarterback for the New England Patriots who is facing questions about the health of his throwing shoulder ahead of the Super Bowl.
Mike Vrabel
The head coach of the New England Patriots who downplayed any injury concerns with Maye, saying the team will provide updates on player status as required closer to the Super Bowl.
What they’re saying
“I don't think it's from the game. I think it's just the buildup of throwing, including training camp, 30 weeks straight of throwing four days a week. It can add up. … But I got some extra rest, and I'm feeling good and ready to go for the Super Bowl.”
— Drake Maye, New England Patriots Quarterback (WEEI)
“No, I wouldn't say that anybody hurt anything. Again, this is a sport where there's going to be things that come up, but ... we'll talk about whatever status each player has for the game once we're required to. ... But we were able to function offensively, throw the football, run the football. So, that's kind of where everybody's at.”
— Mike Vrabel, New England Patriots Head Coach (N/A)
What’s next
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The takeaway
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